Cycle 1
Health 2025-09-04 · Fire 2025-09-04
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Athens, GA
Pruitthealth - Athens Heritage
2-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with $16,801 in total fines with 4 recent health deficiencies with 2 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
960 Hawthorne Avenue, Athens, GA
(706) 549-1613
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
1 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
104
Certified beds
Average residents
93
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Pruitthealth
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1990-08-22
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.69
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
1.00
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
1.73
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.72
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
64%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
56%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
91.2%
8.8 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.0%
5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.7% |
3.2%
1.5 pts better
|
3.3%
1.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 1.8% |
9.6%
7.8 pts better
|
11.4%
9.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.0% |
5.9%
1.9 pts better
|
5.4%
1.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 15.1% |
20.7%
5.6 pts better
|
19.6%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 10.7% |
21.4%
10.7 pts better
|
16.7%
6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 9.3% |
17.9%
8.6 pts better
|
16.3%
7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 8.4% |
16.2%
7.8 pts better
|
14.9%
6.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.0% |
1.1%
0.1 pts better
|
1.0%
About the same
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 2.8% |
2.5%
0.3 pts worse
|
1.7%
1.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 2.7% |
16.1%
13.4 pts better
|
19.8%
17.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 5.2% |
6.2%
1 pts better
|
5.1%
0.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
80.4%
19.6 pts better
|
81.7%
18.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 14.1% |
12.2%
1.9 pts worse
|
12.0%
2.1 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.9% |
2.2%
0.3 pts better
|
1.6%
0.3 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
78.2%
21.8 pts better
|
79.7%
20.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 22.1% |
24.2%
2.1 pts better
|
23.9%
1.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-05-16 · Fire 2024-05-16
8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (3 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2022-10-02 · Fire 2022-10-02
18 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-10-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-10-17
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-06-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
K371 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke.
Corrected 2024-06-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
K281 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Corrected 2024-06-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-06-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-06-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
E1 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-11-16
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2025-10-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2025-10-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-10-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-09-04
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-10-17
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-06-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2024-06-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2024-06-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2024-06-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2024-06-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-06-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
F687 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected 2024-06-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-05-16
F806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected 2024-06-30
G · Actual harm
2024-01-09
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-02-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-09
F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2024-02-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-09
F867 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected 2024-02-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-09
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-02-10
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2022-11-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2022-11-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2022-11-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-02
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2022-11-16
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$4,017
2024-01-09
Fine
Fine · fine $4,017
Fine
$6,284
2024-01-09
Fine
Fine · fine $6,284
Fine
$6,500
2024-01-09
Fine
Fine · fine $6,500
Fine
Ownership
J Paige Pruitt Trust
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Lisa P Hamby Trust
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Baily, Janel
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Pruitt, Neil
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Shah, Arpit
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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